Track
the Sun with the STMAX dual axis solar tracker that you build using the
detailed plans in this book. All aspects of the DIY project are
covered:
Mechanical, Electrical and Software. This modern design uses an onboard
microcontroller and MEMS angle sensor technology. All project
components are readily available per the detailed parts lists included
in the book.
The design includes a serial
communication interface for remote monitoring and control. The
basic 80/20 mechanical
platform is easily adapted to your payload: such as solar ovens,
optical concentrators, solar electric panels, etc. The 'smart'
controller learns daily sun positions for faster aiming over time.
Complete software source code for the Picaxe Microcontroller is
included. Easy
to set up. Multiple options for customization and adaption to your
specific project. Check out the PCB and Kit
descriptions (below) to get a really quick start. Offered by MTM
Scientific, Inc... with over 10 years experience building and operating
solar trackers. ISBN 978-0-9971958-0-4, 192 pages, 6"x9" paperback.
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Printed
Circuit Board: PCB for "Build
a Solar Tracker"

Here
is the bare PCB
for the project "Build a Solar Tracker". This PCB allows you to get a
jump start on the dual axis solar tracker project. Although it is
certainly possible to design your own PCB (using the circuit schematics
and parts list in the book) this PCB lets you focus on the other parts
of the project. This PCB fits nicely inside the weatherproof
enclosure we suggest using in the book. Notice that this PCB is
designed to use regular-sized through hole electronic components... we
did that so you can see what you're doing! A great companion to the
plans in the book. Prefer to purchase a complete kit? See the complete
electronic kit below.

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STMAX Electronic Controller Kit including PCB
Here
is a complete kit to build the STMAX Electronic Dual Axis Solar Tracker
Controller. This kit includes all
the electronic components as shown to assemble the controller,
including the printed circuit board. This kit makes it easy
to assemble the STMAX Solar Tracker Controller. It's perfect for a
quick start according
to the plans in our book "Build a Solar Tracker". This
kit saves you the time and effort of ordering the various project parts
individually. In addition, the Picaxe microcontroller we provide is
pre-programmed with the solar tracker software already
installed. Perfect for getting a jump start building your
solar tracker. Note: As an extra
bonus, we will send an email confirmation of your order, with a link to
download a PDF copy of the book. Please be patient, as we do this
manually.

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STMAX :
EXAMPLE
PAYLOADS

The
photos above show 3 examples of payloads for
the STMAX: A Solar Panel, a Solar Stirling Engine and a Solar Oven. All
of these payloads benefit from tracking the sun, and are suitable for
the STMAX dual axis solar tracker. Here is a link to a short
(~10 sec) video of the
Solar Stirling Engine in operation: Solar
Stirling Engine
Video

We
are working on a new
project at MTM to connect a GPS module to the STMAX dual axis solar
tracker controller and platform. In this new project the GPS acquires
the time, date and location... and the Picaxe-20X2 calculates the sun's
position. Here is a link to the details: GPS Solar
Tracker

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